Line Chef

Line Chef


Company
Gusto Italian
Location
Birmingham
Salary
£12.71 an hour
Posted
4 days ago
Via
via Gusto Careers - Gusto Italian

Job Description
Are you passionate about people? Fanatical about food? Driven by development?

Does this sound like you? Then you are the Line Chef we are looking for!

We are on the lookout for a driven and passionate Line Chef to join our restaurant. Are you ready for a new challenge?

What’s in it for you as a Line Chef at Gusto Italian?
• Up to £15.50 per hour (Inc Tronc) and Benefits
• Enhanced Maternity / Paternity / Adoption Pay
• Apprenticeships
• Employee Assistance Program via Hospitality Action
• Free food on shift
• 50% Off Food when not on shift at Gusto
• Kids Eat Free - Bring the little ones to Gusto and their meals are on us!
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Plus loads more…

You’ll be a sociable and friendly Line Chef who is at home within a fun, busy, and fast paced restaurant. You’ll look for the good and always do the right thing, while producing exceptional dishes for your guests! You will also support the Head Chef and Sous Chef in providing an amazing guest experience!

What do we do here at Gusto Italian?

Our restaurants are a vibrant, bustling hub. With great food, expert staff and outstanding drinks. This is a place where you can drive your career forward and really make a difference!

Are you the Line Chef we are looking for? If so, please apply to find out more.

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Q What is the National Living Wage rate for restaurant staff in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
As per GOV.UK, the National Living Wage for restaurant workers aged 21 and over is £12.80 per hour from 1 April 2026. Workers aged 18-20 receive £10.50 per hour and those aged 16-17 receive £7.55 per hour, with no separate rate for hospitality roles. Employers must pay this for all hours worked including training shifts.
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Q How many hours can I work per week in a UK restaurant job and what holiday entitlement applies in 2026?
As per GOV.UK, restaurant workers have a maximum 48-hour average working week under the Working Time Regulations unless they opt out. Full-time staff receive 5.6 weeks of paid holiday including bank holidays for a 40-hour contract. Part-time staff accrue holiday pro-rata at 12.07% of hours worked.
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